The Tennessee State University Edward L.
Graves Summer Band Camp is designed for
rising 9th through 12th graders to help foster
the musicianship and marching expertise of
today’s young musicians. Students will learn
what it takes to be successful in today’s
collegiate band programs. The camp will close
with an exciting performance designed to
showcase what the students have learned
through the course of the week.
“This camp will teach students the Aristocratic
way of showmanship, musicianship and
leadership.”
-Dr. Reginald A. McDonald
Director of Bands
“Thank you for this wonderful opportunity that
was given. I have HONESTLY learned a lot! I
have improved with my sight reading,
musicianship and marching. I also plan on
attending TSU thanks to this band camp.
#AOBNATION”
-Angel
Blake High School, Tampa, FL
 $400 per attendee
 Only cashier’s checks and money order made
payable to: TSU Foundation/Marching Band
will be accepted.
 Cancellation requests, minus the $100 nonrefundable deposit must be made prior to
June 1, 2016.
 “Proposed” Payment Schedule
o
February 15 - $100 deposit (non-refundable)
o March 15 - $100
o April 15 - $100
o May 15 - $100 (all balances due)
Tennessee State University Band
3500 John A. Merritt Blvd., Box 9531
Nashville, TN 37209-1561
Melva Townsend, Camp Coordinator
(615) 963-2525
[email protected]
Reginald A. McDonald, Director of Bands
(615) 963-5353
[email protected]
www.tnstate.edu/aristocratofbands
TSU-12-7f-74130
Tennessee State University is an AA/EEO
Daily activities include
 Morning Worship
 Master Classes
 Music Rehearsal
 Field Rehearsal
 Sectional Rehearsal
 Daily Activity
Saturday, June 18th
 Awards Brunch
 Summer Band Camp Showcase
(parents are welcome to attend both events)
On campus students please bring the
following: twin bed sheets, blanket, pillow,
pillow case, towels, toiletries and shower
shoes.
All campers must bring their own instrument,
drum major mace, flag or batons.
Our camp offers a unique experience that goes
beyond the practice field. It’s a chance for new
experiences, meeting new friends, and just
having fun.
Saturday, June 11th
 Residence Hall Check-In and Orientation
(parents are welcome to attend)
Grade Level Fall 2016: _____
Shirt Size: _______________
Payment Enclosed:
Amount $__________
PAYMENT (Cashier’s Check or money order made payable to TSU Foundation/Marching Band)-------------------------
Roommate Preference: __________________________________________________________________________
(Roommate requests must be mutual. If you do not select a roommate, one will be assigned for you.)
School Address: _________________________________ City: _________________ State: _____ Zip: __________
School Name: ___________________________________ Band Director Name: ____________________________
Instrument/Drum Major/Auxiliary: ______________________________
Age: _____
) _________________________ Email Address: _______________________________________
Sex: __________
Telephone: (
Mailing Address: _________________________________City: ________________ State: _____ Zip: ___________
Name: ______________________________________________________________________________________
Detach and return with payment
Students residing on campus will be guests of
the University in one of our on campus
residence halls and must abide by the
guidelines set forth by Tennessee State
University.